The dawn of a new era in Sierra County’s technological landscape is upon us, and the catalyst for this transformation is Ethos Broadband™, poised to bridge the longstanding digital divide in Sierra County. Area residents couldn’t be more excited!
Paul Tooley, Outside Plant Supervisor for Ethos Broadband
We had the pleasure of meeting Paul Tooley, Outside Plant Supervisor of Ethos Broadband™, at the Denim & Diamonds sponsor party on April 14, 2023. We’ve learned that Paul is incredibly active in the community. In addition to his Ethos role, Paul serves as the Fire Chief of the Truth or Consequences Volunteer Fire Department, served on the Municipal School Board for 16 years, and owns Turbo Design, a company that streams local high school sports over the internet and also builds custom computers and customer software applications.
The Demand for Ethos Broadband™
For years, Sierra County has grappled with connectivity issues, which have caused numerous challenges at major local events, such as the Spaceport America Drone Summit, not to mention the fact that many homes in Sierra County are without internet service altogether. But those days are soon to be a distant memory as the arrival of Ethos Broadband™, under the leadership and foresight of Paul Tooley and his team at Ethos Broadband™, heralds a bright and connected future for the community.
The Demand for Ethos Broadband™
Known legally as SWC Telesolutions Inc., Ethos Broadband™ is a sister company of Sacred Wind Communications, which is noted for creatively providing solutions for high-speed internet in rural areas. Established in 2006, Sacred Wind Communications quickly proved themselves as a reliable and effective internet service provider by successfully completing a large project for the USDA. Since then, they have focused on bringing broadband service to homes in New Mexico’s rugged and remote rural areas.
Where is Ethos Broadband™ located?
With its new office at 216 Warm Springs Blvd in Elephant Butte, Ethos Broadband™ is firmly rooted in the community and is ready to take Sierra County to new heights in terms of connectivity.
How is Ethos Broadband™ different from other internet service providers?
Ethos Broadband™ is a local New Mexico company dedicated to providing the residents of Sierra County with an exceptional customer experience. Unlike most internet companies, Ethos specializes in bringing their cutting-edge connectivity to rural communities. Customers will enjoy fast, reliable connections thanks to a network built on fiber technology, ensuring a great internet experience even when multiple devices are connected at the same time. That’s good news for families, home-based workers and students.
What are the advantages of fiber-based internet?
The advantages of a fiber-optic network are many, starting with the fact that it provides the fastest, most secure internet available today. Having a secure, reliable fiber network will be a game changer for business, education, home security, entertainment and more. Fast uploads and downloads, streaming without buffering, more reliable home security, and improved video conferencing are just a few of the many benefits.
What is Ethos Broadband™ currently working on?
Ethos Broadband™ is constructing an “FTTH” (Fiber To The Home) network in Sierra County. This state and federal grant-funded project consists of 1,400+ homes in rural Sierra County. The project is in the final stages of construction and will be offering broadband internet service very soon.
What’s next for Ethos Broadband™?
Funding for Ethos Broadband’s™ ambitious plan to bring fiber optic internet with blazing-fast speeds to Sierra County includes bringing FTTH to 3,000 homes. This project is currently in the beginning stages of development.
What’s the connection between Ethos Broadband™ and PreReal™ Investments?
PreReal™ Investment’s focus on investing in high-quality infrastructure projects and promoting sustainable development aligns perfectly with the vision of Ethos Broadband™. This likemindedness is set to pave the way for unprecedented growth and development in the region, with both companies understanding that infrastructure is foundational to future economic growth.
Conclusion
As we eagerly anticipate the surge of growth and development stimulated by Ethos Broadband™ and PreReal™ Investments, we cannot help but marvel at the boundless potential of Sierra County. We salute Paul Tooley, his dedicated team at Ethos Broadband™ and the forward-thinking team at PreReal™ Investments for their unwavering commitment to making Sierra County a shining example of technological prowess.
So, let’s raise our glasses and toast to a new chapter in Sierra County’s history, where connectivity is no longer a luxury but a given, and where the aspirations of its residents know no bounds. With Ethos Broadband™ and PreReal™ Investments leading the charge, the future is brighter, faster, and more connected than ever before.
